The New York Jets were established as the New York Titans in 1960. Although the Giants had been embedded in New York since 1925, the Jets hoped they could gain a foothold in the city.

Fast-forward 54 years later and the Jets are a functioning (financially) NFL franchise. However, their fan base is still a challenged bunch. In a Facebook Fandom Map released Friday, the Jets are identified as the NFL's only team without a plurality in any U.S. county.

The Jets really cannot win anywhere, can they?

On the other hand, the Dallas Cowboys own the plurality of counties across the country. Along with massive reach at home in Texas and neighboring New Mexico, Oklahoma and Arkansas, the Cowboys have noticeable reach in Virginia, Nevada, Kentucky, Florida, South Carolina, Idaho and Oregon, as well as pockets in other states.

The defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks boast their bright green in the Northwest, while the runner-up Broncos spill orange in the Mountain West. The Vikings, Chiefs, 49ers, Saints, Patriots, Panthers and Steelers also display heavy allegiances in multiple states. The Packers have a clear base in Wisconsin, but green can found scattered across the U.S.

The Bills, Buccaneers, Jaguars, Texas, Rams, Eagles Chargers and Raiders obviously show they are not the most popular teams in their home states (by county). The Bengals and Browns are just about split in Ohio, although the Bengals extend into Kentucky.

The Raiders may present the NFL's most enigmatic fan situation. The Raiders show just one plurality in their current Bay Area home, Modoc County in the northwest corner of California. The majority of the Raiders' pluralities are located in the Los Angeles area, the team's former home. This can only expand buzz of a potential Raiders relocation back to Los Angeles.

The Facebook Fandom Map 2014 was generated by the amount of "Likes" each NFL franchise has on their official Facebook page. For example, in no county did the Jets' Facebook page have a plurality in likes.

Burgers, Bacon, Dogs: 2014 NFL Tribute Menu

 

40 For 60 Burger, Minnesota

Patty that's 40 percent bacon, 60 percent ground beef. Cheddar cheese, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, crispy onions, a fried egg and special sauce. Served on a pretzel bun. Inspiration: Vikings QB Joe Kapp's game-day philosophy -- 40 men playing as one for 60 minutes.

 

Bad to the Bone Bologna, Cleveland

Fried all-beef bologna, cut into the shape of Dawg bones, white American cheese, sweet pickles and Chomp’s secret, spicy sauce, on soft white roll. Served with crinkle cut chips and a side of bologna cheese sauce. Inspiration: The fans in the Dawg Pound.

 

The Emperor, Pittsburgh

Two beef patties with shaved kielbasa, onion bacon kraut, fried egg and Heinz Field Secret Sauce on a Brioche bun. Inspiration:Hall of Fame coach Chuck Noll was nicknamed The Emperor Chaz by broadcaster Myron Cope.

 

Red Sail Dog, Tampa Bay

Hebrew National hot dog with Sriracha mustard, red sauerkraut and scallion curls, on a split top bun. Inspiration: Red sail on the Buccaneers' logo.

 

The Quick & Carmichael, Philadelphia

Black cherry smoked pulled pork, maple sugar smoked pulled chicken, topped with house made slaw, on a potato roll. Each sandwich is available with choice of Kansas City Style Barbecue Sauce or Carolina Vinegar Barbecue Sauce. Inspiration: Mike Quick and Harold Carmichael were two of the best receivers in team history.

 

Toro's Chicken Stack, Houston

Created by Aramark’s celebrity chef partner, Grady Spears. Hill Country smoked chicken, topped with candied bacon, Texas jack cheese, cranberry mayo and garnished with fresh arugula. Served on a Sheila Parton jalapeño roll with kettle chips. Inspiration: Toro is the Texans mascot.

 

Who-Dey Pigskin Wrap, Cincinnati

Soft flour tortilla encasing two corn tostada shells loaded with Mojo pulled pork (seasoned and cooked for over 13 hours), pork crackling, bacon bits, fresh Pico de Gallo and pepper jack cheese, grilled until golden brown. Served with creamy cilantro-lime queso cheese sauce. Inspiration: The team's signature fan chant of "Who Dey, Who Dey, Who Dey think gonna beat them Bengals."

 

Poe's Pork Taco, Baltimore

Smoked pulled pork, tossed with buffalo sauce, topped with green onion slaw on a flatbread tortilla. Served with Utz Potato Chips. Inspiration: Baltimore poet Edgar Allan Poe, wrote "The Raven."

 

DaBurger Sliders

Pepper jack pork burger, chorizo cream, chipotle barbecue pulled pork, Havarti cheese, thick-cut bacon and crispy potato sticks. Inspiration: The Illinois Pork Council's classic "DaBurger."

 

Tailgate Stack, Kansas City

Burnt ends topped with cheddar cheese sauce, malted beer grain syrup, bacon and a fried egg. Served on a piece of frybread. Inspiration: The tailgating at Arrowhead Stadium is legendary.

 

Music City Meatloaf Sandwich

Homemade meatloaf with crispy, fried onions and chipotle mayo. Inspiration: "Named for Nashville's thriving comfort food scene."

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